Eligibility for taking the fundamentals of land surveying exam requires completion and verification of four years of experience. These four years can be achieved through board approved education; board approved practical experience or a combination of both. All applications must be completed in accordance with instructions provided by the board. Once an applicant is notified of board approval to sit for the fundamentals of surveying examination he or she will be instructed to register directly with the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) for admittance to the examination.